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Building Stronger Communities

Charities are a vital part of Canada’s social infrastructure. Across the country, they create opportunities for people to participate in community life, build social connections, and access essential services, programs, and spaces. Working alongside governments, businesses, and other organizations, charities help communities respond to local needs and support the well-being of Canadians. Their contributions extend beyond individual services and programs, strengthening the connections, relationships, and collective capacity that help communities thrive.

Our latest briefing note, Building Stronger Communities: The Role of Charities as Social Infrastructure, examines how charities contribute to the social infrastructure that underpins community life across Canada.

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Building Stronger Communities:…

Briefing Note (October, 2026)